Hanga Roa

Introduction

Hanga Roa is the only town on Easter Island and the hub of the island, home to nearly all its residents, and the base for exploring this mysterious island. This peaceful, easygoing little town sits on the island's southwest coast, where the airport, port, church, market, restaurants, hotels and shops are all concentrated. The Rapa Nui Church at the town center blends Catholic and Polynesian traditions, with a distinctive character; the craft market offers wooden moai carvings, shell jewelry and other local souvenirs; and the small fishing harbor and seafront restaurants serve fresh tuna and other seafood while you watch the sunset. The town moves at a relaxed pace, its people warm and friendly, thick with Polynesian culture. Using Hanga Roa as your base to explore the island's moai sites and natural wonders in every direction, while soaking up the easy, simple island life, makes it the central stop of any Easter Island trip.

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